Initial efforts focused on DNP completion programs for MSN educated NPs. The next step is the design of DNP curriculums for the non-NP, generally nurses entering graduate education with a BSN.D. Wink
While Post-Baccalaureate to DNP (BSN-DNP) programs are fulfilling the Institute of Medicine's mandate for seamless academic progression, several factors need to be considered for students' successful program completion. These factors include: (1) the students' stage of cognitive development for ...
While DNP programs for the post-MSN DNP student who is already a practicing NP can focus on the broader DNP Essentials, programs for students (both those who are novices and experts in professional nursing practice) entering with only the BSN must do more. Thus, curricula which develop ...